Assistive Technology for Specific Learning Disability
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Specific Learning Disability, how the AT process works, and how to get it into your plan.
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Specific Learning Disability do things more safely and independently. This guide explains the AT that can help, how the NDIS funds it, and how to get it into your plan.
Understanding Specific Learning Disability and assistive technology
Specific Learning Disability (SLD) refers to persistent difficulties in learning and using academic skills, despite adequate instruction, intelligence and opportunity. SLDs affect one or more specific areas — reading…
AT that can help with Specific Learning Disability
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Specific Learning Disability commonly includes are:
How the NDIS funds assistive technology
AT is funded from your Capital budget, and the process depends on cost and complexity:
Getting AT into your plan
To fund AT for Specific Learning Disability, plan ahead: